Polarcircle boat safari
Join an exclusive private polarcircle boat trip to see the raw Svalbard nature, Arctic wilderness and wildlife. Do you wish to experience birdscliffs, waterfalls, glaciers, hikes, or historical settlements this tour might be for you.
7 highlights for a privat polarcicle boat trip
- It's a private polarcircle boat ride with more flexibility
- Arctic adventure with a professional Arctic boat guide
- Get close to nature - Ice, fjords, abondoned towns & wildlife
- A photography paradise with dramatic landscapes
- Exclusive experience for you and your group
- Ideal for families, groups, teams and photographers
- Flexible itinerary as the route is tailor-made for you
- Available period: From June to Sept
- Pick up time: We agree upon
- Difficulty level: For those with normal good shape
- Age limit: 8 years
- Minimum /Maximum: 1 person / 12 persons
- Price 4 hours: NOK 24.900,-
- Price 5 hours: NOK 29.900,-
- Price 6 hours: NOK 34.900
Discover Svalbard by sea on a private boat tour
What you can look forward to...
Experience Svalbard from the seaside and this boat trip gives you the freedom to explore Svalbard’s most dramatic landscapes at your own pace.
This tour is especially good for photographers and wildlife lovers who can keep an eye out for birds nesting and walrusses resting.
Who can participate?
The trip is designed for adventure enthusiasts who have a normal physical condition and are ready for an unforgettable Arctic exploration. This tour could be for people who are:
- Photographers & wildlife explorers
- Celebrating anniversary or events (like a proposal)
- Families and small groups
- Filmcrew who need flexibility
You must be able to walk in and out of a polarcicle boat and sit in a saddle seat.
This tour is not for you if you have backproblems, is pregnant, or have severe mobility or balance issues.
Program
Pick up from your hotel
We pick you up at the hotel in a car and our journey begins. This is a private tour which means we offer a flexible and tailor-made tour for all between 1 to 12 persons. This means you can also explore in your own pace where there will be time for taking photos, ask questions, and simply absorb the beautiful scenery.
Your choice of destination
Before the tour begins you will have chosen the focus of your day and the captain will try to fullfill your wish. Depending on your wishes you have also chosen a tour for 4, 5 or 6 hours. Some of the possibilities for could be:
- Explore dramatic bird cliffs and
- Go ashore to hike near a roaring waterfall
- Visit historical settlements like the abandonned Hiorthamn or the Russian mining town Grumant.
- Go to a mighty glacier front (min. 6 hours)
Exploring in the polarcircle boat
Your guide will pick you up at the hotel and you'll get equipped with a flotation suit, life jacket and goggles, before we set course down to the harbour. For the day your will be out on the polar circle boat. With a polarcircle boat you'll glide through stunning landscapes and experience the thrill of the open waters. This is a great possibility to take a unique perspective of the Arctic. Get closer to wildlife and Arctic landscape than you ever imagined. There are no toilet facilities or roof so you can experience some sea spray.
Return to your hotel
When the tour ends the guide will drive you back to your hotel and your camera will be filled with lots of memories from the tour.
The Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover the answers to the most frequently asked questions about your experience — what to bring, how to prepare, and what to anticipate on the journey. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us—we are here to help!
1. Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, we highly recommend booking your expedition in advance. Early booking guarantees your spot and allows us to tailor the experience to your needs.
2. Can I join a if I’m traveling solo?
Yes, solo travelers are welcome! You will then pay for all 12 spots but we will then tailor your trip from your wishes.
3. Will I see wildlife?
Svalbard is home to diverse Arctic wildlife, and you may have the chance to spot animals depending on season like birds (puffins), reindeer, whales, walrus, seals, and even polar bears from a distance. However, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, and safety precautions are in place when in polar bear territory.
4. What kind of wildlife will I have the chance to see
A lot of our guests request when it’s possible to see wildlife. This question can be difficult to answer as the wildlife is …wild.
- Puffins and birds from May to early August
- Whales from May to September. The most common is the humpbackwhale and belugas. You can also be lucky to spot fin whales, minke whales and in rare orcations blue whales
- Walrusses from May to early August
5. What kind of weather can I expect?
Your safety is our priority. If weather conditions make the boattrip too dangerous, the guide will assess the situation and may adjust the itinerary or postpone parts of the tour for. So we recommend that this tour should be in the beginning of your stay so you have flexibility.
In summer, the average temperatures are between +3°C and +8°C and the weather can change quickly, so don’t forget to put on warm clothing and windproff clothing underneath the flotation suit that you will borrow from us. We also recommend that you wear a warm hat and mittens as well as bring an extra sweater in your backpack (or waterproff packing bag).
PS: We can’t be held responsible for any damage that may occur to your personal equipment.
6. Do I need travel- and cancellation insurance?
Yes, you need a travel- and cancellation insurance that covers medical emergencies, accidents, and trip cancellations. It’s essential to ensure you’re covered in case of unforeseen events during your Arctic adventure.
7. How do I get to Svalbard?
You can fly into Longyearbyen, the main settlement in Svalbard, via connecting flights from Oslo or Tromsø.
Packing list
Here you can find the information for what to wear, what to bring and practical tips for the tour.
- Outdoor clothes (Pants & jacket – softshell)
- Wool underwear
- Warm socks (thin merino wool)
- Beanie and thin buff
- Gloves and thin mittens (if possible waterproof)
- Sunglasses
- Bottle with water
- Note: If you use glasses we recommend you to wear contact lenses instead for this tour
- Backpack – preferably waterproof bag – for extra clothing and personal items like a camera
- Camera
Book the private polarcircle boat trip
Included
• Transportation from/to hotel:
Please wait outside the main entrance of your hotel 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
• Flotation suit
• Life jacket
• Goggles
• Mittens
• Rubberboots
• Hot drink
• Private guided tour with captain.
• Safety equipment
• For the 5+6 hours warm drinks and snacks are included.
Not included
Please see packing list above
• Warm clothing
• Camera
• Accommodation in Longyearbyen
• Travel & cancellation insurance
• Flights (you can book via SAS or Norwegian)
Practical information
• The itinerary is always weather dependent and the tour/activity can be modified or cancelled due to safety concerns. Please see conditions.
• Upon booking we recommend that you send information regarding clothing size.
• It is important that you understand and speak English or is in the group with others who do. If this is not respected you can be denied in participating and you are not entitled to a refund.
• We have a 0‰ alcohol tolerance for this tour. If this is not respected, you cannot participate in the tour and you are not entitled to a refund.
Your Arctic day at sea awaits
Every journey is unique. The Arctic nature sets the rhythm, and we we do our best to make sure you experience the best of it – a safely, comfortable adventure.
